Eagle Newsletter
April 5, 2024
Upcoming Dates
April Observances
- Arab American Heritage Month
- National Autism Acceptance Month
- School Library Month
- April 1: April Fool's Day
- April 13: President Thomas Jefferson's Birthday
- April 22: Earth Day
- April 22: Passover
- April 26: Arbor Day
Mesa Verde Events
- April 8-12: District Recess/No School
- April 16: Anything But a Backpack Day
- April 25: 8th Grade Promotion Photos
- April 29-May 3: 6th Grade Camp
- Every Friday: School Spirit Day! Wear Black, Purple, or Teal
New! Congratulations to Mesa Verde's Superstars
Mesa Verde Middle School is proud to announce our Teacher of the Year, Classified Employee of the year and Volunteer of the Year!
Teacher of the Year
Elise Milling
Classified Employee of the Year
Daniel Rosenberger
Soumya Chennapragada
Volunteer of the Year
New! Continuing Student Registration Information
Online Continuing Student Registration has now CLOSED for students currently enrolled in Poway Unified school grades TK-11, returning for the 2024-25 school year. Once it is reopened, you will receive communication from PUSD. We MUST receive a completed digital packet for all returning students. This will allow for proper placement of your student for the 2024-2025 school year.
Please email jgroll@powayusd.com as soon as possible if you do not plan to return to PUSD for the 2024-2025 school year.
New! Upcoming CAASPP Testing - Major Points
Hello Parents/Guardians,
We have CAASPP testing coming up starting the week of April 22nd. Students will be testing in the content areas of math, ELA, and science (science is for 8th grade only).
More information is attached below; however, here are some major points.
Summary:
- All middle school students will test in math and ELA. 8th grade students will test in science.
- Testing is be computer-based
- The standards that are tested are the California Common Core State Standards & the California Next Generation Science Standards.
Changes from Prior Year:
- While we will provide headphones for all students, we ask that students who have their own bring their own WIRED headphones.
- While students may bring their own headphones to use for the listening portions of the exams, these headphones MUST be WIRED. Bluetooth headphones such as AirPods will NOT be allowed.
Also, please note that parents/guardians may submit to the school a written request to excuse their child rom any or all the CAASPP assessments. These requests must be delivered to us BEFORE testing begins.
Click here for more information.
If you have any questions, please contact our assistant principal, Joseph Oh (joh@powayusd.com).
New! 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony Photos
MVMS 8th grade promotion will be on Thursday, June 6, 2024. Click here to register for your graduation ceremony photos with gradimages.
For the 2024-2025 school year, AVID will be offered as an elective for 7th and 8th grade students
The AVID Application is available for current 6th & 7th Grade students. AVID will be offered as an elective for students who are interested. AVID is a class that strives to make kids more prepared in class. AVID helps with improving study skills and helping students stay organized. AVID builds confidence in kids to make them work for their goals and achieve happiness in what they want to do in life. Slides – please review if you have questions.
If your student is interested in applying, they need to complete the following Google Form *only PowayUSD accounts can fill the form out* AND enter AVID as their #1 choice of elective in Synergy StudentVue. Applications are due by Tuesday, April 16th. Students that are selected will be informed via email.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Aimee McCoy – AVID Coordinator (aimccoy@powayusd.com)
7th graders - WEB applications are open
Check out the presentation and website to learn about WEB. If you are interested, apply before April 19th. There are three different ways to apply, you only need to choose one: a physical application, completing the Google form, or submitting a video (or video link) to Mrs. Ferguson answering four questions: What languages do you speak? What activities are you involved in both inside and outside of school? What is a challenge you faced in middle school and what did you learn from it? Why would you like to be a WEB Leader?
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Ferguson.
April is School Library Month
April marks the celebration of school librarians and libraries, recognizing it as an essential role in transforming learning. This infographic indicates the positive impact school librarians have on student achievement. Help us celebrate the library by creating a display and/or donating a book from the Wish List.
Arab American Heritage Month
Arab American Heritage Month (link) is celebrated annually in April, recognizing the achievements of Arab Americans across the country. The theme this year is “celebrating Arab American Resilience and Diversity”. If you would be interested in celebrating an Arab American Heritage display in the library and/or donating a book to the library (wish list), we will be truly appreciative. Reach out to Heather Ferguson (hferguson@powayusd.com) if you have any questions. Thank you!
MVMS named 2024 California Distinguished School
Exciting News! Mesa Verde Middle School has been officially recognized as a 2024 California Distinguished School by the California Department of Education.
This prestigious honor celebrates the incredible commitment to academic excellence, social emotional well-being, and overall student success. Let’s celebrate this moment and continue the journey of excellence and ongoing improvement in support of each and every student.
Please click here to read the PUSD press release or click the link below.
CONGRATULATIONS MVMS!!
Clubs & Camps
6th Grade Camp Information
All 6th grade classes will be going to camp from April 29th- May 3rd. Check out the letter below.
Update: Eagles in Action
Hey MVMS!
Want to earn community service hours? Build connections? Learn about leadership skills?
Come stop by Room 323 during lunch on Tuesday, April 16 for the next meeting!
Upcoming Meetings:
Tuesday, 4/16
Tuesday, 4/30
Tuesday, 5/7
Tuesday, 5/21
Summer 2024 Badminton Camp
Registration is now open for the Summer 2024 Badminton Camp.
Date: June 17-August 1, 2024
Location: MVMS
Contact Info: MK3sportz@gmail.com
Counseling Corner
Free Mental Health Webinar Series
This webinar series will provide information on the most common mental health challenges faced by youth and provide tips and tools for Parents and Caregivers.
School Counseling Quarterly
Volunteers/Job Opportunities
MVMS is Hiring
The Difference Between a Guest, a Visitor and a Volunteer as per the PUSD Board Policies
1. A Visitor is defined as an individual who, with school district authorization, attends a student performance, special event, festival, open house, back-to-school event, sports event, athletic competition, etc. A visitor may either be accompanied or unaccompanied by school district staff. Designated school district administrative personnel are to make this determination. A visitor is usually not required to sign a registry.
Example: Your school is being recognized for achievement and members of SDCOE are coming to watch students or your school is hosting a Jr. Olympic competition.
2. A Guest is defined as an individual who, with school district approval, assists students, schools, and teachers on a non-regular basis or who individually observes a classroom or activity. A guest may also assist with educational programs or with special events on an occasional or infrequent basis. A guest shall immediately report his or her presence at the school office or at the designated school location upon arrival at the school and sign a guest registry.
Example: Your school is hosting the book fair, a play where parents are coming to watch, or a teacher needs help in the classroom with a one- or two-day tie-dye t-shirt project for the jog-a-thon. A class is hosting a party or a fun run.
3. A Volunteer is defined as an individual who, with school district authorization, voluntarily assists school districts, schools, educational programs, or students on a regular and ongoing basis. A volunteer is required to complete a Volunteer Application and have a Megan’s Law Background Check or a State and/or Federal Background Check completed.
Example: A parent is assisting with a weekly and ongoing project such as the running club or Lego league. A grandparent is helping in music or art classes weekly. A field trip chaperone and/or driver (usually requires Level 1 and 2 applications).
If someone is coming to help in the class only one or two times, they are not considered volunteers therefore do not need to fill out a Level 1 application.
Click HERE for steps on becoming a volunteer and all paperwork is on the PUSD Website.
Mesa Verde PTSA and Foundation
MVMS Foundation News - Spring Fling and Silent Auction
It is with regret that the MVMS Spring Fling event, scheduled for April 20th, has been cancelled due to logistical challenges and insufficient interest.
We understand that this news may come as a disappointment to many of you who were looking forward to the event. However, after careful consideration and evaluation of various factors at our last Team MVMS Meeting, we believe this decision is in the best interest of all.
Despite the cancellation of the Spring Fling event, we are pleased to announce that the Silent Auction will still take place as planned, Date TBD! Click here for more information. This presents an excellent opportunity for our community to come together and support MVMS in a meaningful way.
Should you have any questions or require further information regarding the Silent Auction, please do not hesitate to reach out to Dawn or Anne. They will be more than happy to assist you.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by the cancellation of the Spring Fling event and appreciate your understanding and continued support of MVMS.
Questions: auction@mvmsfoundation.org
Mesa Verde Middle School Named a 2022-2024 National PTA School of Excellence
Mesa Verde PTSA and Foundation
Be sure to check out Mesa Verde PTSA and Mesa Verde Foundation to find out how families can support MVMS and how to get involved
General Information
Office Hours
MVMS Administration Office Hours
Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri: 7:30am-3:00pm
Wednesday: 8:45am-3:00pm
On Wednesdays, the staff will be participating in professional time and the office will open at 8:45am. Also, there will be one Wednesday a month when the office will not open until 9:00am for the MVMS All-Staff Meeting.
Thank you for your support.
OCIS Contract Information
If there is a planned absence for five or more consecutive days, please contact the attendance clerk and all of your child's teachers 5 school days prior to the absence to set up a homework contract for the student. This allows the student to do the work that he or she would be doing if they were in class. (Note: OCIS contracts will not be made for medical absences; however, home tutors may be appropriate for some extended medical problems. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact Deb Nunez, MVMS Attendance Clerk, at dnunez@powayusd.com or 858-538-5478 ext. 3104 as soon as possible regarding home tutors. See Attendance Information
Attendance Guidelines
Click HERE for more information regarding:
- Reporting Absence Form
- Clearing Absences
- Off Campus Passes (Early Release)
- Tardies
Health Guidelines
- Medication Procedures
- Mandatory Health Screenings
- Medical P.E. Exemption
- Immunization Information
Bike Permits are Required
As of October 2nd, bike permits are required for all bicycles, scooters, E-bikes and skateboards. If your student turned in the Permit Application and passed the online quiz, they should come into the front office to pick up their permit. MVMS will be conducting surprise Permit checks. We will be looking for permit# and names that match the bicycles, scooters, E-bikes and skateboards. Moving forward there will be consequences for bike permit violations.
- 1st offense: Warning
- 2nd offense: Student Conference, review of requirements with staff member/administrator and written reflection
- 3rd offense: Student Conference, parent contact, possible safety class participation (with SRO contact)
- 4th offense: Student / parent conference with possible loss of bike parking privileges
NOTE: The privilege of parking the bike/scooter/E-bike/skateboard may be suspended or revoked by administration if a student does not obey the above, or other reasonable safety rules and regulations. Click here for more information on the bike permits including the application and online quiz.
More Than A Meal Application
More Than A Meal is a program which can provide support to your family. Families who qualify for assistance may qualify for additional support including discounts on fees for SAT, ACT, AP tests, home internet costs, passes for public transportation, and application fees associated with colleges and universities. Please complete the online application or the paper application which can be obtained from the Front Office (only one application per family).
Calendars
Full Bell Schedule
Contact Us
General Questions
If you are unsure of who to contact about a matter, please email us at MVMS@powayusd.com and your message will be answered or forwarded to the correct person.
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Mesa Verde Middle School
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Email: MVMS@powayusd.com
Website: https://www.powayusd.com/en-US/Schools/MS/MVMS/Home
Location: 8375 Entreken Way, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: (858) 538-5478
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mesa-Verde-Middle-1493083354314112
Twitter: @MesaVerdeMS